Have I spotted Vapalux quality problem?

Hi,

I have completely unused Vapalux M1 yr 1972. Just noticed one of the air buttons is actually dummy. Checked the ref gallery and looks like all M1s there have air holes in all three buttons. Is it common to have a dummy one as well?
All my 3 other Vapalux/Bialaddins do not have such config.

Cheers!

 

It seems unlikely. How about the equivalent of an air restrictor. Maybe for using alcohol fuel?

 

It is this lamp: 1972 Vapalux M1

Nothing suggests on any conversion.

 

Hi fellas, i just checked my Vapalux M1 and all air buttons have air holes, that has to be a factory manufacturing fault, i cannot see how it would run right with an button that cannot breathe

 

I think one slipped through the net !. Not a hard item to replace tho

 

That was probably a Friday afternoon or Monday morning error, I would simply drill some holes in it.

 

Indeed @JEFF JOHNSON , I'll just drill needed holes. Just a quick visit to man cave to sort it out.

 

That will destroy the hen's tooth. Bet you can't find another.

 

When I first started collecting, I put every change and oddity back to standard.

I now regret that a bit, as the alterations and aberrations told their own story. So keep that air button undrilled.

 

Doubt keeping it as is, is going to be a strong talked about subject or add value.
Duane

 

As previously stated I would regard it as an opportunity to try alcohol as fuel instead.

Put a standard air button on it for kerosene use. Someone else might offer you a swap if they are experimentally minded. It's not for me. No Vapalux here.